Jonathan David Martin
Immersive Media Director, Educator, and Performer
Personal Website: https://www.jonathan-david-martin.com/
Related Sense: Sight
Jonathan is a creative producer, educator, and performer working at the intersection of immersive technology and live performance.
Over a 20 year career spanning Broadway, immersive installation, documentaries, and live performance in virtual reality, his projects have often pursued complex contemporary social issues like online extremism, immigration, and climate change.
At the University of Maryland, he is a faculty member in the Immersive Media Design (IMD) program. There, he is leading research into the narrative possibilities of augmented and virtual reality and training students from across campus for future careers that will utilize spatial technologies.
In 2021, he launched the IMD New Works Incubator, an innovative summer program that brings together students from across campus to create and build immersive media experiences for live audiences.
He has also taught xr design at the California State University Northridge and has been a featured speaker at SXSW, the AR/VR Policy Conference, (Re)Connect Festival, and universities around the country.
He is currently performing on Broadway as a puppeteer in the Tony award-winning stage adaptation of “Life of Pi.”
Full Interview
Featured Segments
Jonathan’s Introduction and Current Projects
Jonathan’s Storytelling and Creative Process
Insights from Jonathan’s Work in Immersive Technology
“The Intersection of Immersive Tech and Live Performance”
Jonathan’s Use of Other Senses
Jonathan’s Immersive Reality Programs and Courses
Defining “Augmented Reality” and “Immersive”
Incorporating Light in Immersive Technology
What Works and What Doesn’t in Extended Reality
Closing Remarks on Extended Reality
MISSION
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